Software Engineer II (UAV Embedded)

Protingent; Roseville (CA); Hybrid; USD 137,760 - 165,312; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Insurance plan options (HDHP plan or  

Education/certification reimbursement

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Administered 401k plan

Job summary

Protingent Staffing seeks a Software Engineer II (UAV Embedded) in Roseville, CA to architect and implement mission-critical flight software in C/C++ and to bridge algorithms with avionics hardware.

You will collaborate with GNC and electrical engineers, write requirements and test documentation, and contribute to HW-SW integration in a technically demanding, hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computing Science, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline, or 7+ years of experience.
• 4 years of C or C++ programming experience.
• Understanding of Object-Oriented programming principles and RTOS.
• Understanding of software development life-cycle and clearly document software requirements.
• Hands-on troubleshooting hardware-in-the-loop simulation modelling and firmware updates.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and tests C++ flight software and hardware, sensor, and actuator integrations.
• Analyzes and decomposes system requirements with other engineering disciplines.
• Writes software requirements specifications, software test descriptions, design descriptions, and test reports.
• Designs, implements, tests, and documents software according to specifications in Office/manufacturing environments.

Skills

C++

C

Object-Oriented Programming

RTOS

Education

BS degree in Computing Science / CS / Computer Engineering or related

7+ years of experience in lieu of BS

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

VxWorks

LabView

Atlassian

Job description

Software Engineer II (UAV Embedded)

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Software Engineer II (UAV Embedded) with our client located in Roseville, CA.

Job Description

As an Software Engineer II (UAV Embedded), you will architect and implement mission-critical software for our next-generation UAV flight computers. You will be the primary link between complex flight algorithms and custom avionics hardware, developing high-performance C and C++ applications that ensure deterministic control and absolute system reliability. Working at the intersection of hardware and software, you will collaborate with electrical and GNC (Guidance, Navigation, and Control) engineers to design and implement complex physical-digital interactions with MATLAB/Simulink.

Job Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and tests C++ flight software and hardware, sensor, and actuator integrations.
• Analyzes and decomposes system requirements collaboratively with other engineering disciplines.
• Writes software requirements specifications, software test descriptions, design descriptions, and test reports
• Designs, implements, tests, and documents software according to specifications Office and or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).
• May work extended hours or weekends.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with General Safety Training guidelines.

Job Qualifications

• Requires BS degree in Computing Science, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other technical discipline, or 7 YOE in lieu of BS degree.
• 4 years of C or C++ programming experience
• Demonstrated understanding of Object-Oriented programming principles and RTOS systems.
• Demonstrated understanding of software development life-cycle and clearly document software requirements.
• Hands on ability to troubleshoot hardware-in-the-loop simulation modelling and make firmware updates

Nice To Haves

• Skills with tools such as Atlassian, MATLAB/Simulink, VxWorks, LabView
• Skills implementing interface controls based on MBSE design documentation
• Previous familiarity with OMS/UCI, A-GRA, STANAG 4586, DO-178C, AS910

Job Details

Job Type; Contract: Pay Range: $100 - 120/hr Location: Roseville, CA, Oklahoma City, OK, or Arlington, TX (Hybrid) Required US Citizenship -May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level.

Benefits Package

• Competitive salaries
• Insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan)
• Education/certification reimbursement
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Administered 401k plan

About Protingent

Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.